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Ukrainian expat in France

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Ukrainian

Lives in Avignon

Registration: 13 February 2011

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MaraD created a thread
4 years ago

One box of kids and teens books in English

Hi , I would like to give away plenty of new books in English ( series ofLittle man library, Horrid Henry, Tom Gates, etc, interesting science). Just shame to throw away, they all looks new and had been chosen with love. Îm in Vaucluse Read More

MaraD replied to a thread
12 years ago
Armand

Getting married in Kenya by Armand

Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Kenya or who are about to get married in Kenya to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Kenya? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...

MaraD

Regarding the time one can need to finish all formalities-since you manage to collect all docs and bring them to the registration office, it should take 21 days. But they usually ask the foreigners, which day do they prefer or need (in case you ... Read More

MaraD replied to a thread
12 years ago
Armand

Getting married in Kenya by Armand

Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Kenya or who are about to get married in Kenya to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Kenya? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...

MaraD

Hi, just have married here one year ago. Here is the list of all docs and procedures http://photos.state.gov/libraries/kenya/28844/marriage/Kenmarproc.pdf From my experience can recommend to check VERY WELL before applying with your embassy, as ... Read More

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12 years ago
MaraD

Custom procedures by MaraD

Hi, if anyone had experience importing some goods to Kenya, being temporary resident, would you mind sharing your experience? I would not mind importing some food and vine for own consumption and just think, if it worth to do so. I mean, not for ...

MaraD

Thank you a lot. It is exactly what has to be expected-all that indicative prices and SI (sensitive items). i will try anywhy. At least, now I understand, why vine market here is so poor...and expensive. But, certainly, it is stupid to complane:-) Read More

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12 years ago
MaraD

Custom procedures by MaraD

Hi, if anyone had experience importing some goods to Kenya, being temporary resident, would you mind sharing your experience? I would not mind importing some food and vine for own consumption and just think, if it worth to do so. I mean, not for ...

MaraD

Thank you a lot. It seemed, 25% rate of custom duties is the most popular here:-) in any case, one more question- if the cargo arrive by sea to Mombassa, should I work with the custom clearance agent from Mombassa or it is possible to do all ... Read More

MaraD created a thread
12 years ago

Custom procedures

Hi, if anyone had experience importing some goods to Kenya, being temporary resident, would you mind sharing your experience? I would not mind importing some food and vine for own consumption and just think, if it worth to do so. I mean, not for ... Read More

MaraD replied to a thread
13 years ago
Alex777

Where to live in Nairobi by Alex777

Hi everyone, I'm looking for some advice on where to live in Nairobi. Google has only gotten me so far and I would love some real opinions. Here are some of the things that have guided my decision-making and I would appreciate input based on any of ...

MaraD

We live just near Lenana road. In our compound there are 3 houses,8 flats in each. So, nothing huge, all compounds around are maximum 2-3-stored buildings . There are plenty of small compounds around this area, with smaller flats and with single ... Read More

MaraD replied to a thread
13 years ago
momof3girls

Moving to nairobi with small children by momof3girls

My husband is considering a job in Nairobi and we have three girls, 7, 5, and 20 months. I'm really worried about safety for them (crime, vaccinations, food, pollution), etc. I was hoping maybe you could offer some advice or tell me about your ...

MaraD

welcome in the club!!! i was waiting one year until deceided to bring my son here! Honestly- I am stupid not to do it before! And the earlier kids come here, the happier they are! As for me, the climate is perfect, not hot, not cold, they can be all ... Read More

MaraD replied to a thread
13 years ago
Alex777

Where to live in Nairobi by Alex777

Hi everyone, I'm looking for some advice on where to live in Nairobi. Google has only gotten me so far and I would love some real opinions. Here are some of the things that have guided my decision-making and I would appreciate input based on any of ...

MaraD

Well, I do not think that you will ever walk in the evenings... And the areas you have mentioned are not in walking distance from the city centre. I live in Kilimani and used to take taxi everyday to go there and back before (it cost 4 euro and you ... Read More

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13 years ago
MaraD

School for the kid, that does not speak english by MaraD

I am settling down here for 2 years. Probably not more, that's why I was quite sure that for my son it will be better to stay with my parents and not to make the mess with his school. Now he is 5.5 years old and in my country he could enter school ...

MaraD

it is great to read about such a nice experience! my son read very good (in his language) and is conpletely ready for the school, so may be he can pass the tests as well. I am going to visit some schools this month to check what is possible. Can you ... Read More

MaraD replied to a thread
13 years ago
MaraD

School for the kid, that does not speak english by MaraD

I am settling down here for 2 years. Probably not more, that's why I was quite sure that for my son it will be better to stay with my parents and not to make the mess with his school. Now he is 5.5 years old and in my country he could enter school ...

MaraD

Thank's a lot for support!!! Would anybody give me idea about school? I know, that the international schools are great in nairobi, the qiestion is, where they have the experience teaching non-speaking. In france they usually give one year to study ... Read More

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13 years ago
MaraD

School for the kid, that does not speak english by MaraD

I am settling down here for 2 years. Probably not more, that's why I was quite sure that for my son it will be better to stay with my parents and not to make the mess with his school. Now he is 5.5 years old and in my country he could enter school ...

MaraD

Thdnk's fot support- but he is speaking russian...it is too different. But I hope that when everybody around will speak english he be more enthusiastic... Now he is studing with the teacher at home, but a small progress (if any) Read More

MaraD created a thread
13 years ago

School for the kid, that does not speak english

I am settling down here for 2 years. Probably not more, that's why I was quite sure that for my son it will be better to stay with my parents and not to make the mess with his school. Now he is 5.5 years old and in my country he could enter school ... Read More